SOUTH CAROLINA

CAROLINA MOTORSPORTS PARK, KERSHAW, SC

APRIL 11-13, 2025

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A full weekend at Carolina Motorsports Park! Includes access to all on and off track activities including the music, on and off track entertainment, open access to the paddock, and more!

WEEKEND ADMISSION

EARLY BIRD

$89

Experience the entire event weekend with this Friday-to-Sunday General Admission ticket. Free for Kids 12 and under.

SATURDAY ADMISSION

EARLY BIRD

$69

Saturday admission. Experience the GRID for one full day with access to all GA activities, on-track excitement, and entertainment. Free for Kids 12 and under

SUNDAY ADMISSION

EARLY BIRD

$49

Sunday Admission. Experience the entire event weekend with this Friday-to-Sunday General Admission ticket. Free for Kids 12 and under.

FRIDAY ADMISSION

EARLY BIRD

$49

Friday Admission. Experience the entire event weekend with this Friday-to-Sunday General Admission ticket. Free for Kids 12 and under.

THE GRIDLIFE EXPERIENCE

THE GRIDLIFE EXPERIENCE

GRIDLIFE heads back to Kershaw, South Carolina, April 11-13, 2024 for GRIDLIFE South Carolina! For the third time, GRIDLIFE Drift, TrackBattle Time Attack GLTC, RUSH SR, and the rest of the music and motorsports experience descends on Carolina Motorsports Park!

This three-day experience will feature the full GRIDLIFE experience in the Southeastern U.S, at the 2.28-mile Carolina Motorsports Park. Full course drift, and skidpad drift, will compliment the rest of the on-track action.

The fastest Time Attack Cars in North America Battle for Lap time supremacy at the most high speed circuit in the States.

GRIDLIFE TrackBattle is our competitive time attack series where competitors race against the clock for fastest lap of the weekend. TrackBattle is designed so drivers can craft their track-weapon in one of seven classes.

Big Track + Kart Track + NIGHT SHIFT DRIFT. GRIDLIFE Drift at South Carolina features over 30 hours of on track action throughout the weekend on two surfaces!

Drift Registration for Kart Track is open to all participants. Full Course Drift requires a GRIDLIFE Drift License to participate.

The Concours / Showcase brings the best builds right to the heart of the paddock. Hand picked feature cars along with show categories and special corrals and club areas for every build makes #GRIDLIFE the place to show your best in 2025.

Eibach GRIDLIFE Touring Cup, The fastest growing Club Race series in the country, returns to Road America for FOUR intense races Friday and Saturday with over 50 cars in this incredibly diverse class of custom built touring cars.

The Aftergrid music experience returns to Carolina Motorsports Park featuring a Friday Pre-Party & Headliners on Saturday night.

Emo Nite is hitting the race track to kick off GRIDLIFE Festival season with a special Grave Rave Set! join us for race cars + drifting capped off with some emotional dance music on Saturday night!

The GRIDLIFE Rush series kicks of the first round of the national championship at Carolina Motorsports Park. The Rush SR is a lightweight high performance open cockpit sports racer designed to be a drivers car from the ground up.

Stay all weekend, Limited camping spots available on site in the heart of the paddock.

Check out all the merch in our vendor midway from Automotive brands and experiences to apparel and more.

Racing Simulators, vintage arcade cabs, Mario Kart, Smash Brothers and more. Kick back and grab high scores and virtual lap times at the GRIDLIFE Arcade.

GRIDLIFE

MOTORING MEET

Right in the heart of the festival is the GRIDLIFE Motoring Meet presented by FCP Euro, register your ride and be a part of the GRIDLIFE South Carolina experience. All Motoring Meet Tickets include both include full weekend admission as well as premier parking in the center of it all.

GRIDLIFE MOTORING MEET

  • The GRIDLIFE Motoring Meet powered by FCP Euro is a show and shine meet with premier parking and space to show off your vehicle to the thousands of attendees at GRIDLIFE South Carolina. Open to all enthusiast vehicles. No Approval and No Application Needed. Meet attendees are welcome all weekend but the Official meet takes place on Sunday.

N CLUB CORRAL

  • The N Club Corral brings Hyundai owners together in the heart of the GRIDLIFE Festival with their own exclusive corral. Connect with other N and Hyundai owners at one of the most prestigious race tracks in the world right at GRIDLIFE.

PREMIER CONCOURS

  • The Concours, an invite and application only premier experience celebrating the best of automotive excellence. Built, restored, refreshed or customized The Concours is for vehicles that are of premier status. Limited to 25 Vehicles.

SUBIMODS SUBARU CORRAL

  • The Subimods Subaru Car Corral at GRIDLIFE showcases Subaru culture with classic and modern tuners. Attendees can admire builds, meet owners, and enjoy Subaru enthusiasm. Join us for camaraderie and performance. Includes 3 Day Admission and Premier Parking

MUSIC LINEUP

EMO NITE GRAVE RAVE

Emo Nite is hitting the race track to kick off GRIDLIFE Festival season with a special Grave Rave Set! join us for race cars + drifting capped off with some emotional dance music on Saturday night! Supporting artists include Jake Panda, JEFE & DJ Xcape.

BOX OFFICE SCHEDULE

THURSDAY

5:00PM - WILL CALL DRIVERS + CREW
6:00PM - GATES OPEN DRIVERS + CREW
8:00PM - GATES OPEN CAMPERS
11:00PM - GATES CLOSED NO NEW ENTRIES

FRIDAY

6:00AM - GATES OPEN DRIVERS + CREW
8:00AM - GATES OPEN CAMPERS
9:00AM - GATES OPEN SPECTATORS
9:00PM - GATES CLOSED NO NEW ENTRIES

SATURDAY

7:00AM - GATES OPEN DRIVERS + CREW
8:00AM
- GATES OPEN SPECTATORS
10:00PM - GATES CLOSED NO NEW ENTRIES

SUNDAY

7:00AM - GATES OPEN DRIVERS + CREW
8:00AM
- GATES OPEN SPECTATORS
3:30PM - GATES CLOSED NO NEW ENTRIES

MOTORSPORTS SCHEDULE

MAIN CIRCUIT

FRIDAY

8:30AM - RUSH SERIES P1
8:45AM - TRACKBATTLE TIME ATTACK H1
10:00AM - EIBACH GLTC P1
10:30AM - RUSH SERIES P2
10:50AM - TRACKBATTLE TIME ATTACK H1
1:00PM - RUSH SERIES P3
1:20 PM - EIBACH GLTC P2
1:50 PM - DRIFT S1
2:30 PM - RUSH SERIES Qualifying 
2:50 PM - TRACKBATTLE TIME ATTACK H3
4:30 PM - RUSH SERIES Race 1
5:00 PM - GLTC Qualifying
5:30 PM - DRIFT S2

SATURDAY

8:30AM - TRACKBATTLE TIME ATTACK H4
10:00AM - DRIFT S3
10:30AM - EIBACH GLTC RACE 1
11:00AM - TRACKBATTLE TIME ATTACK H5
1:20PM - RUSH SERIES Race 2
1:50 PM - DRIFT S4
2:20 PM - DRIFT GRIP TAXI
2:45 PM - EIBACH GLTC RACE 2
3:10 PM - TRACKBATTLE TIME ATTACK H6
4:30 PM - RUSH SERIES Race 1
5:00 PM - GLTC Shootout
5:30 PM - DRIFT S5

SUNDAY

8:30AM - TRACKBATTLE TIME ATTACK H7
10:00AM - EIBACH GLTC RACE 3
10:30AM - DRIFT S6
11:00AM - PIT LANE OPEN - TRACK WALK
12:00PM - RUSH SERIES Final
12:35 PM - EIBACH GLTC FINAL
1:05 PM - TRACKBATTLE PODIUM SPRINT
2:00 PM - DRIFT S7
3:00 PM - TBA
4:30 PM - TBA
5:00 PM - TBA
5:30 PM - TBA

KART TRACK

FRIDAY

9:30AM - DRIFT S1
12:00PM - TRACK BREAK
1:00PM - DRIFT S2
6:00PM - TRACK BREAK
7:30PM - NIGHT SHIFT DRIFT
10:00 PM - COLD TRACK

SATURDAY

9:30AM - DRIFT S1
12:00PM - TRACK BREAK
1:00PM - DRIFT S2
6:00PM - TRACK BREAK
7:30PM - NIGHT SHIFT DRIFT
10:00 PM - COLD TRACK

SUNDAY

9:30AM - DRIFT S1
12:00PM - TRACK BREAK
1:00PM - DRIFT S2
5:30PM - COLD TRACK

EXPERIENCE SCHEDULE

FRIDAY

10:00AM - FESTIVAL GROUNDS OPEN
10:00AM - MERCH OPEN
10:00AM - ARCADE OPEN
12:00PM - BAR OPEN - FESTIVAL GROUNDS
10:00PM - SUNOCO PUMP PARTY W DJ XCAPE

SATURDAY

10:00AM - FESTIVAL GROUNDS OPEN
10:00AM - MERCH OPEN
10:00AM - ARCADE OPEN
12:00PM - BAR OPEN - FESTIVAL GROUNDS
3:00PM - DJ XCAPE
6:30PM - JAKE PANDA
7:30PM - JEFE
9:00PM - EMO NITE

SUNDAY

8:30AM - GRIDLIFE MOTORING MEET
9:00AM - THE CONCOURS
9:00AM - MERCH OPEN
9:00AM - ARCADE OPEN

11:00AM - PIT LANE OPEN - 5K TRACK WALK
2:30PM - COMPETITION PODIUM

EVENT INFO & FAQS

  • CAROLINA MOTORSPORTS PARK

    3662 Kershaw Highway
    Kershaw, SC 29067

  • Competitor Resources Coming Soon.

  • GRIDLIFE South Carolina Festival is a three-day celebration of motorsports, music, and car culture at Carolina Motorsports Park, happening April 11–13, 2025. Here's the day-by-day breakdown:

    🏁 FRIDAY – TRACK ACTION + NIGHT SHIFT DRIFT + SUNOCO PUMP PARTY

    Friday kicks off with a full day of racing and track activity, including:

    • Time Attack

    • GLTC Racing

    • Rush Racing

    • Full Course and Kart Track Drifting

    In the evening, Night Shift Drift lights up the Kart track with night sessions. After that, the Sunoco Pump Party brings everyone together for music, drinks, and a relaxed kickoff to the weekend.

    🎶 SATURDAY – TRACK + CONCERT NIGHT

    Saturday continues the action with:

    • GLTC

    • Time Attack

    • Rush Racing

    • Full Course and Kart Track Drifting

    Once the racing wraps, the Saturday Night Concert takes over with live performances from EMO Nite, JEFE, Jake Panda and DJ Xcape.

    🚗 SUNDAY – FINAL RACES + MOTORING MEET

    Sunday is the final push on track, featuring:

    • GLTC Finals

    • Time Attack Podium Sprint

    • Rush Racing

    • Full Course and Kart Track Drifting

    Off-track, it’s time for the GRIDLIFE Motoring Meet presented by FCP Euro, including the GRIDLIFE Concours — a curated collection of standout vehicles from across the community.

    🎮 ALL WEEKEND –

    • GRIDLIFE Arcade – open all three days with retro games and sim racing

    • Food Trucks & Vendors – local eats, drinks, and gear

    • Bar – available for 21+ attendees

    Camping & Community – on-site camping, late-night hangs, and an open paddock

  • Drivers can begin entering the Facility at 6pm on Thursday. You will need to present or pick up your credential at the Box Office on the way into the facility.

    The Box office is open from 5pm - 11pm on Thursday.

    After arriving you MUST Visit driver registration to and check in with Timing and Scoring and pick up your race credentials.

  • Camping within your Paddock spot is permitted for all drivers and competitors. Spectators wishing to camp can purchase a camping pass Here.

    The Spectator Campgrounds are open from 9am Friday - 6pm on Sunday

  • GRIDLIFE is open to the public Starting Friday at 9am and ending Sunday at 6pm.

    Campers and already credentialed attendees will be able to leave and enter the facility 24 hours a day.

    For detailed Race schedule see the complete schedule further up the page.

  • THE NO LIST

    • NO WEAPONS

    • NO DRONES

    • NO BURNOUTS

    • NO REVVING

    • NO FIGHTING

    • NO DRUG USE OR POSSESSION

    • NO UNAUTHORIZED VENDING, SAMPLING, GIVEAWAYS, ETC.
      NO TROLLING

    • NO GOLF CARTS ATV’S

    • NO DOGS

    • NO THIEVERY

    • NO SPEEDING IN THE PITS (5 MPH EVERYWHERE ALL VEHICLES)

    • NO LASER POINTERS

    • NO ROLLING IN THE PADDOCK (UNLESS YOUR ROLLING TO GRID)

    • NO FIREWORKS

    • NO DOUBT

    • NO SCRUBS

    • NO LAWN DONUTS

    • NO OUTSIDE LIQUOR (IN THE CONCERT AREA)

    • NO SPRAY PAINT

    • NO OPEN FIRES

    • NO VEHICLE MOVEMENT IN THE CAMPGROUND

    • NO FLOATING LANTERN THINGS, WHATEVER THOSE ARE

    • NO DIGGITY

    • NO STARS & BARS

    • NO STAIRWAY, DENIED

    • IF YOU HAVE TO ASK THE ANSWER IS PROBABLY NO

    THE YES LIST

    • YES PORTABLE GAS BBQ GRILLS

    • YES FOOD / DRINKS

    • YES POINT AND SHOOT CAMERAS

    • YES GENERATORS

    • YES ALCOHOL (ONE CASE OF BEER PER PERSON)

    • YES GOOD VIBES

    • YES BACKPACKS

    • YES SUNBLOCK

    • YES FANNY PACKS

    • YES CIGARETTES / LIGHTERS

    • YES DISC GOLF

    • YES FRISBEES

    • YES EXTRA TOILET PAPER

    • YES YOUR FRIEND STEVE

    • YES YOUR OTHER FRIEND TAMMY

    • YAASSSS!

    • YES BEACH BALLS

    • YES BIKES / SKATEBOARDS

    • YES COSTUMES

    • YES YOUR BEST ATTITUDE

    • YES HATS (FEDORAS QUESTIONABLE)

    • YES RAIN MAYBE?

    • YES CONDOMS

    • YES BRUH

    • YES SAFETY

    • YES GOOD DECISIONS

    • YES BEST WEEKEND EVER

    • YES KICKBALL

    • YES BANANA BREAD AT WORK BRO, HELL YEAH

  • The Racing becomes more fun and exciting! GRIDLIFE is a rain or shine event!

  • The Concert takes place on Saturday with artists taking the stage starting at 3pm and ending at 10pm

  • There is no parking fee for this event. Spectators will be able to park in one of the field lots just outside of the facility.

  • There are no refunds for purchased tickets. Tickets are however transferable.

  • Yes GRIDLIFE is an all ages event and Kids 12 and under are always free with a paying adult.

  • Attendees can enjoy a variety of track concessions featuring multiple food trucks offering an assortment of delicious options. For guests aged 21 and over, a full-service bar will be available in the festival grounds.

  • There are multiple ways to show your car at GRIDLIFE. The GRIDLIFE Motoring meet presented by FCP Euro is a meet style showcase right in the heart of the paddock and there are multiple ways to participate. Apply for the Concours for premier vehicles, enter one of the Specific make Corrals or simply enter the Motoring Meet a show and shine with premier parking. All GRIDLIFE Motoring Meet Tickets Tickets include both include full weekend admission as well as premier parking in the center of it all. REGISTER HERE

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  • Yes however it is highly encouraged to purchase tickets ahead of time as pricing will increase at the gate and our events do sell out ahead of time.

  • Racing Happens from 9am-6pm Daily on both the main track and the Kart Track check the full schedule for specific times.

DRIVE OR COMPETE

DRIFT

Full course drifting all weekend long, and on the skidpad at Carolina Motorsports Park! Open Registration for Skid Pad. GRIDLIFE Drift License required for Full Course.

TIME ATTACK

The largest and most competitive Time Attack series in North America. GRIDLIFE TrackBattle. GRIDLIFE TA Competition License Required.

Eibach GRIDLIFE

TOURING CUP

The fastest-growing and most intense club racing series in the country! The Eibach GLTC Championship features 4x races over the weekend with diverse touring cars!

RUSH SR

Sports racers at their best! A thrilling new championship utilizing the lightweight and nimble RUSH SR.